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Spring is here!

And with it, at least for me personally, comes a salad revival.

Mixed slad greens getting tossed together in a wooden bowl

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Ziata breaks down the method: Wash and dry the leaves completely.

Then, store them in the refrigerator in a container lined with dry paper towels to absorb excess moisture.

Keep some space in the container to allow airflow.

Side view of a container of mixed salad greens with a piece of paper towel on top

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Goodson adds, Layer the leaveslightlyand use additional paper towels if needed.

The key here is light layering.

Should You Wash Greens Before Storing?

If you do pre-wash, dry thoroughly before storing.

As a reminder, says Cameron, Remember sturdier greens (like romaine and butter lettuce) last longer.